Saying Thanks

Thank you notes are the perfect way to express appreciation and gratitude, and the best thank you card phrases for volunteers also let them know how much their efforts have helped a particular cause and how much their contributions are valued. While a simple thank you can go a long way, a more personalized message is even more meaningful.
Far Reaching Efforts

Volunteers can affect not only the immediate people around the, but the whole world. Say thanks by saying "Your example is an inspiration to the world" or "Volunteers like you can change the world."
Volunteering Time

Volunteers often spend hours on charitable projects. Recognize that effort with thank you card phrases for volunteers such as "Volunteering isn't about time, it's about heart" and "Your heartfelt commitment shows every time you volunteer."
Treasured Volunteers

A volunteer provides a valuable service to their cause and the community. Thank them for that effort by saying "Volunteers are a treasure - thank you for making lives richer by your service."
Gifts of Selflessness

Volunteers give many gifts - their time, their effort, their skills, and their hearts. Thank them for those gifts by saying "Your gifts of time and of yourself are special ones indeed" or "A willing volunteer is the greatest gift of all - thank you for sharing that gift."
Cultural Thanks

Many volunteer causes cross nationalities, ethnicities, and cultures. Share that bond with volunteers by saying merci beaucoup, muchos gracias, or thank you in other languages related to the cause.
Eager Volunteers

The best, most appreciated volunteers never shy away from difficult or undesirable tasks. Thank volunteers for their dedication with phrases such as "When the going gets tough, volunteers get going."
Flying High

Volunteering can make spirits soar, and phrases such as "We're blown away by your thoughtfulness" or "Your kindness helps dreams take flight" can be accompanied by cards with kites, birds, or balloons.
A Ton of Thanks

The burden of any task is lightened with volunteers, and thank you phrases such as "Your efforts have tipped our scales to success" or "Thank you for lightening our load" express appreciation for volunteers' efforts.
Personal Thanks

A wonderful way to thank a volunteer is by getting to know them and celebrating special days with them. Celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, and other events as a great way to thank volunteers for sharing their lives.
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Gift of Time

A popular way to thank volunteers is by acknowledging the tremendous time they have shared with phrases such as "The gift of time is priceless - thank you for sharing yours."
Artistic Thanks

With the help of many hands and volunteer efforts, any task can be accomplished and any project can be a masterpiece. Share that sentiment with volunteers by thanking them with artistic phrases such as "If kind words were a canvas and good deeds were colors, you have created a great work of art."
Spread the Thanks

One of the best ways to thank a volunteer is to let other people in their lives know how much you appreciate their efforts. Share the thanks with a boss, parent, spouse, or other significant person so they can see the benefits of that volunteer's efforts.
For more information on thanking volunteers and personalizing thank you phrases, check out:
- Why Do People Volunteer
- Volunteer Appreciation Poem
- Samples of Thank You Letter for Donations